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fretful


fret·ful

adj \ˈfret-fəl\

Definition of FRETFUL

: disposed to fret : irritable, restless
— fret·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— fret·ful·ness noun
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Examples of FRETFUL

  1. He fell into a fretful sleep.

First Known Use of FRETFUL

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